SCREENINGS ON THE DISNEY STUDIO LOT AND AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT: Throughout the year, D23 will once again offer special screenings on both coasts of classic Disney favorites, including Tangled, Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, and more. D23 will also screen The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh exclusively for members in Orlando. Just in time for back-to-school, D23 will celebrate Disney Afternoon favorites such as DuckTales, Gummi Bears, and Chip ’n Dale Rescue Rangers, holding a screening event on the Studio lot with special guests, picture spots, and more surprises. And D23 Members will be invited to the lot for a spook-tacular Halloween screening event that will include a special exhibit from the Walt Disney Archives.

THE OFFICIAL WALT DISNEY STUDIOS TOUR—PRESENTED BY D23: D23 Gold Member-exclusive tours of the historic Studio lot return, including a look inside the Walt Disney Archives and a tour of Walt Disney’s office suite. The 2.5-hour tours offer fans a unique perspective on historic moments from Disney films, television shows, and theme parks.

D23 BEHIND-THE-SCENES EXPERIENCES: In January, D23 will host the first of several behind-the-scenes events at unique Disney locations, featuring special guests and gifts tailored to each experience. Following a year where members explored the Ink & Paint Department on The Walt Disney Studios lot and took an after-hours tour of the Twilight Zone™ Tower of Terror at Walt Disney World Resort, there will be more surprises in store for members in 2017.

D23’S LUNCH WITH A DISNEY LEGEND: Beginning in February, D23 brings back these exclusive luncheons with Disney luminaries, where members will meet Disney Legends and hear their fascinating stories. The events return to both Walt Disney World Resort and The Walt Disney Studios, where members have already dined with Legends such as animator Glen Keane, Imagineering Ambassador Marty Sklar, and voice talent Kathryn Beaumont.

ADVANCE SCREENINGS: Members can expect a host of exclusive, advance screenings of what are sure to be some of 2017’s most popular releases from The Walt Disney Studios. This year, D23 Members saw previews of Zootopia, The Jungle Book, and Finding Dory in cities across the county, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, Philadelphia, Portland, and Seattle. Plus, D23 Members in Los Angeles attended the red carpet premieres of Moana and Pete’s Dragon. For those guests who don’t live in the cities where movies are screened, D23 Gold Members across the country will be selected at random to receive complimentary movie passes, which will be included in issues of Disney twenty-three, D23’s quarterly publication.

D23 DISNEY FANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION—EPCOT 35: D23 heads to the parks in honor of Epcot’s 35th anniversary. Epcot, originally announced as the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow by Walt Disney in 1966, has continued to grow and evolve over the years. D23 Members can look forward to a treasure trove of video, illustrations, and photographs to complement a host of stories, both new and old, in honor of this landmark. Plus, D23 will hold a special member event at Walt Disney World Resort in honor of the anniversary.SIGNATURE EVENTS: D23 will bring back foodie favorite Sip & Stroll during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, and members on the West Coast will get to join the fun, as D23 debuts a new event in conjunction with Disneyland Resort’s culinary festivities. And after giving members a look inside the Walt Disney Birthplace in Chicago in 2016, D23 will return to the Windy City next year to see the tremendous progress made on the home’s restoration. Expect special holiday events on both the East and West Coasts to make the season bright.

MEMBER MIXERS AROUND THE COUNTRY: After mixing and mingling at complimentary gatherings in Seattle, Chicago, Bridgewater, N.J., and even at San Diego Comic-Con, D23 will bring more mixers to cities around the country in 2017.

D23 EXPO 2017: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event returns. It’s D23’s biggest event of the year, as all of Disney’s wonderful worlds come together once again July 14–16, 2017, at the Anaheim Convention Center for three magical days of once-in-a-lifetime live performances, star-studded presentations, exclusive collectibles, and more.

Dates, ticketing information, and more D23 events will be announced throughout the year. Full details on D23’s lineup of 2017 special events can be found on the Fan Club’s website at www.D23.com/events. All events and dates are subject to change.

November 18: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Walt Disney World Resort

November: Lunch with a Disney Legend: TBA, Burbank, Calif.

December: Light Up the Season with D23, Burbank, Calif.

December: D23 Holiday Event at Walt Disney World Resort

About D23

The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year.

Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($74.99), Gold Family Membership ($99.99), and General Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube.

Head down to Pooh Corner and find friends like Piglet, Eeyore, Roo, and Pooh Bear himself!

Keep your honey away from the Heffalump and Woozle! Look for Heffalump’s pink chase variant, a 1 in 6 rarity!

Collect exclusive figures at some of our retail partners: Blue Eeyore and Striped Heffalump are available only at Barnes & Noble, and flocked Pooh is available at Hot Topic!

Coming this winter!

Coming in January!

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/coming-soon-from-funko-winnie-the-pooh-pops/feed/0146858On Sale This Week from DST: Spider-Gwen and the Nightmare Before Christmas!http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/on-sale-this-week-from-dst-spider-gwen-and-the-nightmare-before-christmas/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/on-sale-this-week-from-dst-spider-gwen-and-the-nightmare-before-christmas/#respondThu, 27 Oct 2016 18:33:15 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=146060No, that’s not Gwen Stacy’s new band name – this Week Before Halloween sees new Diamond Select Toys items shipping to comic shops, including our highly anticipated Spider-Gwen statue and two new Nightmare Before Christmas dolls! Read on for more details, then reserve yours at your local comic shop, or order from your favorite online retailer!

Marvel Premier Collection Spider-Gwen Resin Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! Gwen Stacy, the Spider-Woman of Earth-65, is taking the Marvel Universe by storm, whether she’s fighting alongside other spider-heroes against the Inheritors, or playing with the Mary Janes in a battle of the bands! This 12-inch scale statue of the unmasked “Spider-Gwen” shows her alighting on a pillar, preparing to shoot a webline while balanced on one foot. Sculpted by Clayburn Moore, this resin statue is limited to an edition of 3,000 pieces, and comes packaged with a certificate of authenticity in a full-color window box. (Item #APR162612, SRP: $150.00)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Expand your Halloween Town doll display with three new releases in the Nightmare Before Christmas Collection! Ranging in height from 9 to 12”, these detailed, articulated dolls each feature real fabric costumes and look as if they just stepped off of the big screen. The Mayor of Halloween Town measures 12 inches tall (with hat), has a rotating head to display both of his facial expressions, and comes with an interchangeable megaphone-holding hand. Sally’s creator Dr. Finkelstein measures approximately 9 inches tall, sits in a wheelchair with rolling wheels, and has an opening head and removable brains! The Mayor and Dr. Finkelstein are packaged in full-color window boxes. The perfect gifts for any Halloween lover!

A Diamond Select Toys release! Prepare to feel the wrath of the villains! Bruce Wayne joins the Gotham Select action figure line just in time to be menaced by the combined villainy of notorious enforcer Mr. Zsasz and Jim Gordon’s ex-fiancee, the murderous Arkham inmate Barbara Kean! Bruce comes with a bookcase form Wayne Manor, while Zsasz comes with an alleyway diorama with dumpster and Barbara comes with the entrance to Arkham Asylum! Each 7-inch scale action figure features up to 16 points of articulation, and comes packaged in display-ready Select figure packaging with spine artwork for easy shelf reference. Sculpted by Gentle Giant! (Item #MAY162396, SRP: $24.99/ea)

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s time to make your own Merc, with the first official do-it-yourself model kit of Deadpool! Standing approximately 8 inches tall, this detailed sculpture of Deadpool depicts him standing on a battlefield littered with unexploded bombs, and includes an alternate head so you can display him masked or unmasked. The plastic parts come unpainted — you paint and assemble them yourself with glue, so you decide how the final piece will look! Comes packaged in a full-color box; paint and glue not included. Sculpted by Paul Harding! (Item #JUN162393, $34.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! The Merc With a Mouth is now a Merc of Art! Joining the Marvel Gallery line of figures, Deadpool leaps from an explosion, wielding twin katanas, to become the latest dynamic display piece to spring out of the Gallery series! Cast in PVC plastic with high-quality paint applications, Deadpool joins Lady Deadpool, Captain Marvel, Thor, and Ant-Man in the 9-inch scale figure line, and is in scale to all Gallery and Femme Fatales figures. Packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Jean St. Jean! (Item #JUN162394, SRP: $45.00)

PASADENA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Disney is inspiring fans to think outside the toy box and help protect the planet in celebration of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana,” a film about an adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people in theaters November 23.

Destination Imagination, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching skills-based learning, has launched their “Amazing Invention Photo Challenge,” which gives parents a fun activity to do with their kids, creating their own inventions out of recycled materials found in the home.

The challenge was inspired by Disney Store’s new Classic Moana doll box, which was created through the use of Disney’s Smart Packaging Initiative, a program dedicated to creating environmentally conscious product packaging to protect the planet. Made with 70 percent recycled paper and printed with vegetable-based inks, the easy-to-open Moana package was designed without glue or tape, allowing the packaging pieces to separate easily. In addition to making it easier than ever to recycle, the box itself can be turned into a boat inspired by Moana’s journey, providing an added element of fun for parents and kids.

“Everything at Disney starts with storytelling, even our toy packaging,” said Luis Fernandez, senior vice president, central creative, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media. “By combining Disney magic and our smart packaging principles, we created a package that’s not only better for the environment, but also a way to continue Moana’s story.”

Entrants can now submit a photo and name of their invention, along with a brief description about what it does and the materials used, for a chance to win a grand prize trip for four to the Moana premiere on November 14 in Los Angeles at the El Capitan Theatre, including airfare and hotel accommodations. The contest ends on Thursday, October 27.

“We are honored to have our film, Moana, associated with the important work of Destination Imagination, and look forward to hosting the winners of this exciting challenge at our premiere,” said the film’s producer, Osnat Shurer. “With Moana’s voyage across the open ocean as inspiration, the creative possibilities are endless — and I can’t wait to see what the fans dream up.”

Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media (DCPI) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) that brings our Company’s stories and characters to life through innovative and engaging physical products and digital experiences across more than 100 categories, from toys and t-shirts, to apps, books and console games. DCPI comprises two main lines of business: Disney Consumer Products (DCP), and Disney Interactive (DI). The combined segment is home to world class teams of app and game developers, licensing and retail experts, a leading retail business (Disney Store), artists and storytellers, and technologists who inspire imaginations around the world.

About “Moana”

For centuries, the greatest sailors in the world masterfully navigated the vast Pacific, discovering the many islands of Oceania. But then, 3,000 years ago, their voyages stopped for a millennium – and no one knows exactly why. From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes “Moana,” a sweeping, CG-animated feature film about an adventurous teenager who is inspired to leave the safety and security of her island on a daring journey to save her people. Inexplicably drawn to the ocean, Moana (voice of Auliʻi Cravalho) convinces the mighty demigod Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) to join her mission, and he reluctantly helps her become a wayfinder like her ancestors who sailed before her. Together, they voyage across the open ocean on an action-packed adventure, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds, and along the way, Moana fulfills her quest and discovers the one thing she’s always sought: her own identity. Directed by the renowned filmmaking team of Ron Clements and John Musker (“The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” “The Princess & the Frog”), produced by Osnat Shurer (“Lifted,” “One Man Band”), and featuring music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mark Mancina and Opetaia Foa‘i, “Moana” sails into U.S. theaters on November 23, 2016.

About Destination Imagination

Destination Imagination, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) volunteer-led non-profit organization whose purpose is to inspire and equip students to become the next generation of innovators and leaders. The organization seeks to connect students to opportunities emerging in the global digital economy. The most popular education offering is the Challenge Program, where student teams solve open-ended STEM, arts and service learning Challenges and present their solutions to trained Appraisers. Founded in 1982, Destination Imagination has impacted more than 1.5 million students. To learn more, please visit http://destinationimagination.org.

Participation Requirements

The contest start date is October 17, 2016 and will run through October 27, 2016 at 11:50pm EDT.

Photo entries must be submitted by legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older. Limit only one entry per person. Duplicates will be removed.

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/disney-and-destination-imagination-inspire-fans-to-think-outside-the-toy-box-in-celebration-of-moana/feed/0145872Coming Soon from Funko: Pirates of the Caribbean Dorbz, The Little Mermaid and A Bug’s Life Pops!http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/coming-soon-from-funko-pirates-of-the-caribbean-dorbz-the-little-mermaid-and-a-bugs-life-pops/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/coming-soon-from-funko-pirates-of-the-caribbean-dorbz-the-little-mermaid-and-a-bugs-life-pops/#respondTue, 11 Oct 2016 22:12:23 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=145377Dorbz: Pirates of the Caribbean

Yo ho! Pirates of the Caribbean in Dorbz form!

This set features Captain Jack Sparrow, captain of the Black Pearl; Barbossa, Jack’s mutinous first mate; Davy Jones, villainous captain of the Flying Dutchman!

You can also collect Elizabeth Swann, exclusively at GameStop!

Be on the lookout for the chase variant Barbossa: 1 in 6 glow in the dark!

Collect them all this fall!

Arriving now!

Pop!: Disney – Flounder & Sebastian

Flounder and Sebastian have no troubles, life is the bubbles under the sea!

Grow your Disney Pop! vinyl collection with Moana, the upcoming film from Disney!

“Moana” is an adventure across Oceania, featuring a tenacious young girl named Moana and a demi-god Maui who set sail together across the South Pacific!

This set of Pop!s features Moana in several variations: Moana with her pet pig Pua, with her spear (only at Target), in her voyager outfit (exclusively at Walmart), as a young girl, and as a seated young girl (only at Hot Topic).

You can also collect Maui with his magical hook, and Moana with Kakamora in a 2-pack!

Coming this fall!

Coming in November!

Pop! Keychain: Moana

Add some adventure to your keyring with Moana and Maui Pop! Keychains!

Coming in November!

Dorbz: Moana

Moana and Maui are also coming as Dorbz!
Collect Voyager Moana only at Hot Topic!

Coming in October!

Dorbz Rides: Moana & Heihei

Set sail with Moana and her rooster companioncHeihei as Dorbz Rides, only at GameStop!

Coming in November!

Rock Candy: Moana

Collect Moana as Rock Candy,
Funko’s 5” stylized vinyl figure line!

Coming in November!

Mystery Minis: Moana

Moana, Maui, and friends can also join
your collection as Mystery Minis!

Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Tiana Pop! figures have been revamped and redesigned to show off their beautiful gowns!

Look for a special sparkly Ariel exclusively at Hot Topic!
Collect them this fall!

Coming in September!

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/coming-soon-new-disney-princess-pops/feed/0143881BLUEFIN OPENS PRE-ORDERS FOR TWO REMARKABLE NEW BANDAI TOY STORY CHOGOKIN ROBOTS FOR SHERIFF WOODY AND BUZZ LIGHTYEARhttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/bluefin-opens-pre-orders-for-two-remarkable-new-bandai-toy-story-chogokin-robots-for-sheriff-woody-and-buzz-lightyear/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/bluefin-opens-pre-orders-for-two-remarkable-new-bandai-toy-story-chogokin-robots-for-sheriff-woody-and-buzz-lightyear/#respondFri, 19 Aug 2016 13:00:38 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=142603Amazing New Releases From World’s Leading Toy Company Based On Memorable Lead Characters From The Classic Disney/Pixar Animated Film That Combine To Form Giant Super Robots

Anaheim, CA, August 17, 2016 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, prepares an extraordinary release as it opens pre-orders for the forthcoming new Chogokin Toy Story Combination Woody Robo Sheriff Star and the highly anticipated Chogokin Toy Story Combination Buzz the Space Ranger Robo.

The new releases are stunning examples of Bandai’s proprietary Chokogin engineering. The Chogokin Toy Story Combination Woody Robo Sheriff Star is set for release in December and is composed of 5 memorable characters from the film, including Woody, Bullseye, Slinky Dog, Hamm and Rex that combine to form an impressive giant robot.

The Chogokin Toy Story Combination Buzz the Space Ranger Robo is scheduled to debut in January 2017 and includes individual pieces for Buzz Lightyear, two 3-eyed Aliens, and a Space Shuttle and Big One Rocket that combine to form a similarly impressive robot. In spectacular Chogokin fashion, the Buzz the Space Ranger Robo can combine with the Woody Robo Sheriff Star to form an even larger super-robot that stands over a foot tall!

The new Toy Story Chogokin robots will be available from authorized Bluefin retailers nationwide and also from a variety of leading online outlets. Pre-orders for both units are available now.

Chogokin Toy Story Combination Woody Robo Sheriff Star

Height: Approx. 9 inches · MSRP: $169.99 · Available December!

Woody and friends can combine!? A totally wild, only in Japan re-envisioning of favorite characters from the hit Disney/Pixar Toy Story films! Woody, Rex, Bullseye, Slinky Dog, and Hamm transform and combine to form the giant 9 inch tall Chogokin Woody Robo Sheriff Star! Early orders will also receive a special picture book. The set contains 5 characters: Woody, Bullseye, Slinky Dog, Hamm, and Rex.

Chogokin Toy Story Combination Buzz the Space Ranger Robo

Height: Approx. 13 inches · MSRP: $169.99 · Available January 2017!

The Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear returns and transforms into a giant robot with the help of his space shuttle and alien buddies! But that’s not all. The Chogokin Buzz the Space Ranger Robo also combines with the separately sold Chogokin Woody Robo Sherriff Star to become an imposing 13.7 inch tall super robot! The set includes Buzz Lightyear, Alien 1, Alien 2, a Space Shuttle, and a Big One rocket.

About Bluefin

Based in Anaheim, CA, Bluefin built its reputation as a leading distributor of Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. In recent years, Bluefin has grown to include a range of high quality collectible lines from the United States, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore and established itself as the official North American consumer products and retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Selling to thousands of specialty, chain and independent stores, Bluefin is an official North American distributor for Bandai Hobby, Kotobukiya and Capcom, is the sole provider of Bandai Tamashii Nations products, and is also the exclusive and official distributor for Hero Cross, Mr. Hobby, SEN-TI-NEL and X-Plus. Bluefin also represents TruForce Collectibles products worldwide. Additional information is available at: www.bluefincorp.com.

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/coming-soon-from-funko-new-nightmare-before-christmas-reaction-figures/feed/0141710@Lego Announces The Happiest Lego Set on Earth – the Magical #Disney Castlehttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/lego-announces-the-happiest-lego-set-on-earth-the-magical-disney-castle/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/lego-announces-the-happiest-lego-set-on-earth-the-magical-disney-castle/#respondTue, 12 Jul 2016 05:11:40 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=140789When you wish upon a star… you get one of the most incredible Lego sets in recent memory. Getting the Disney wave of mini figures this year was a real treat for both Disney and Lego fans, now these two powerhouse companies are kicking things up about a dozen more notches to bring fans a MASSIVE centerpiece for any Disney or Lego collection:

Welcome to the magical Disney Castle!

Bring the magical world of Disney to your home with The Disney Castle. This highly detailed LEGO® model with over 4,000 pieces offers a rewarding build and play experience, and comes with an array of exciting Disney-themed features and functions. The intricately detailed facade and towers replicate the iconic Walt Disney World® Resort Cinderella Castle, and each accessible castle room includes special features inspired by some of Disney’s greatest animated feature films, providing endless play possibilities with the included minifigures: Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck and Tinker Bell, or other characters from your collection.

•Includes 5 minifigures: Mickey Mouse with a tuxedo, Minnie Mouse with red dress, Donald Duck with classic outfit, Daisy Duck with pink skirt, lavender colored shoes and a bow, and Tinker Bell with wig element, skirt, wings and a magic wand.
•The Disney Castle features a detailed facade with a stone bridge, clock, wide arched entrance, ornate balconies, spired towers, plus a four-story main building and a five-story, golden-spired main tower, both containing rooms with assorted Disney-inspired features and elements.
•Castle main building first floor features the main hall with large arched doorway, mosaic floor tiling, ornate chandelier, suits of armor, shield-decorated walls, grandfather clock, floor-standing vase with buildable flower elements, magic carpet and a golden lamp.
•Castle main building second-floor room features buildable dark-blue curtains with curtain pole, ornate buildable candelabra and rose, and glass case elements.
•Castle main building third-floor room features a chest with book of spells, mop and bucket elements, and access to the main tower second-floor room.
•Castle main building fourth-floor bedroom features a detailed bed with decorative golden headboard elements.
•Main tower first-floor kitchen features a large redbrick-patterned stove, workbench, buildable broom and pumpkin, plus pots, pans and assorted kitchen and food elements.
•Main tower second-floor room includes a spinning wheel and access to the castle main building third-floor room.
•Main tower third-floor room features a chest containing brush, scissor and lock of black hair elements, plus a balcony with 2 stud shooters for a firework-display function.
•Main tower fourth-floor room features a golden mirror, plus red apple and glass vase elements.
•Main tower fifth-floor room features a window bench and an arched window.
•Also includes 2 frogs and a golden crown element.
•Remove part of the roof section to discover the glass slipper element and fairy-tale book element with printed cover.
•Launch the fireworks and let the magic begin!
•Combine with other LEGO® minifigure characters for endless adventures!
•This set offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 12 and over.
•This set includes over 4,000 LEGO® pieces.
•The Disney Castle measures over 29” (74cm) high, 17” (44cm) wide and 12” (31cm) deep.